In article <3ip64c$hqk at newsbf02.news.aol.com>, noneatname at aol.com
(NoNeatName) wrote:
> I recently did a lab in my High School advanced placement bio. class.
> Basically, I did a survey on the structure of a rhododendron leaf. I
> noticed under the compound scope that there was a higher concentration of
> stomata on the underside of the leaf than on the top. Why would this be?
> Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.
>> Justin
>noneatname at aol.com
It's easier for water replacement that way. They can be open when it is
moist out, and the tops of the leaves have a cuticle, from what I
remember. It has been some time.
I hope this helps.
Cheers.
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